Tech In Africa - Dec 24, 2024
Malaysia Introduces Strict Social Media Regulations to Combat Cybercrime
Malaysia requires social media platforms to obtain operating licenses by 2025. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission targets eight major platforms with over eight million users.
Tech In Africa - Jun 14, 2024
Meta to Downsize Lagos Office Following Recent Nigerian Team Layoffs
Meta plans to downsize its office space in Lagos following global layoffs in mid-2023. At least 35 employees, including the engineering team, were affected by the layoffs.
TechCabal - Jun 13, 2024
Exclusive: Meta will reduce office space in Lagos after layoffs affected Nigerian team
Meta will reduce its office space in Lagos after global layoffs affected its Nigerian team. At least 35 people were affected by the layoffs.
Techpoint Africa - Apr 19, 2024
Meta launches AI chatbot, to rival ChatGPT, on WhatsApp and Instagram in Africa
Meta has launched Llama 3, a new AI assistant designed to improve social connections and engagement. The AI is being rolled out in several countries, including Ghana, Malawi, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.